The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Its Rise, Progress, and Termination (Complete Edition)By Cotton Mather, Robert Calef
Length22h 37m
About this audiobook
The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1–3) gathers foundational writings on the Salem witch trials and the broader crisis of belief, law, and providential interpretation in late seventeenth-century New England. Moving between sermons, documentary narration, polemic, legal testimony, and retrospective controversy, the collection reveals how supernatural fear was translated into public authority. Its most arresting materials juxtapose defenses of spectral evidence and clerical interpretation with searching critiques of judicial excess. Centered on the opposing voices of Cotton Mather and Robert Calef, these volumes illuminate a crucial moment in Puritan intellectual and cultural history. Mather represents the learned ministerial effort to reconcile providence, demonology, and communal order, while Calef's skeptical counter-narrative anticipates Enlightenment critiques of credulity, coercion, and clerical power. Together, their writings trace the collision of theology, law, print culture, and emerging rational inquiry in colonial America. This collection is indispensable for readers interested in witchcraft studies, early American literature, religious history, and the genealogy of skepticism. It offers a rare opportunity to encounter the controversy through competing contemporary perspectives, encouraging careful comparison rather than simple judgment. Rich in documentary value and rhetorical force, the volumes foster an enduring dialogue about fear, evidence, authority, and moral responsibility.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length22 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 15, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
9The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 5)
2Introduction
10The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 6)
3Historical Context
11The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 7)
4Synopsis (Selection)
12The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 8)
5The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 1)
13The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 9)
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6The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 2)
14Analysis
7The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 3)
15Reflection
8The Witchcraft Delusion in New England (Vol. 1-3) (pt. 4)
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